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EL BUEN PANO FN FL ARCA SE VENDF VOLUME 29 ISSUE 30 : if r i r t i t i 4 O y i WHAT'S INSIDE World Nation: Hemp campaign finds conservative allies Opinion: Men are from Earth, women from Venus? Life Lens: Rosy, please step down Sports: UVSC runners best ever 'Marketplace: Classifieds with class. 4 "V t r J V J J J Jr I t i! '-'y'i BY AND I OR THE STUDENTS OF UTAH VALLEY STATE COLLEGE AH-fJOLD ATTACKS. A champion review of how the Terminator put a damper on Christinas. See pg. 6 it y s if j if XoTcalicr 27, 280(1 HIGH HOPES: Wolverine volleyball players return home from nationals. How did they do? See pg. 8 ,WMJ. Bui y. iWllftli i NETXNEWS A new interactive Web site, in a joint venture with Campus Engine.com provides up-dated information daily. VALLEY WEATHER Today: mostly cloudy High 47 Low V-V Tuesday: J: partly cloudy High 42 Low 22 Wednesday: -i partly cloudy 7; Hifh52Low27 4 t t 17 'X I 4 r r I V Christmas on Campus Winterfest was established to provide educational opportunities for students in Utah. UVSC extended an invitation to local schools, PTA's and other organizations to donate a decorated tree for this event. The tree festival showcases the efforts of a collaborative community who have worked together to present these beautiful works of art. Ranging from the traditional to the fantastic, there is something for everyone to enjoy. All the donated trees will be auctioned to directly benefit students. The silent auction begins Monday evening, November 27 and will close Saturday, December 2, at 6 p.m. Anyone may bid on a tree, and daily minimum bids will be posted at each tree location. The final sales price will be divided equally between the donating organization and the UVSC Foundation endowed scholarship fund. In addition to the tree festival there will also be a "Santa's Workshop" included in the Christmas on Campus celebration. This workshop is sponsored by Provo CraftRoberts and the senior Students from the Education, Child and Family Studies Department. For a small fee ' (3.00) children aged 3-14 may participate in eight different activities designed to explore learning based on a holiday theme. Fach activi-f ty is supervised by several "elves" and ? " the entire visit takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Proceeds from ' ; IV the workshops will augment I - ' y travel funds for the Senior " t s . Elementary Education students , to participate in a National Literacy Conference. f b - " i i t'l 'If if j - - r r s , r : "7i 4 t. . . TMMT SWMKTW CMliCI TWS SLOC gets transportation funding SALT LAKE CITY Necessary funding for transportation projects for the 2002 Winter Olympics have been granted to Salt Lake Olympic Committee, officials reported. "We're fully funded at this point for our spec-tattor (transportation) systems," said Fraser Bullock, SLOC chief financial officer. U.S. Deputy of transportation Mortimer L. Downey reported that $26-million of funding will be given to SLOC to accomodate the anticipated heavy traffic during the Olympics in Salt Lake City. It is expected that 1,200 buses and 50 light rail cars will be needed in order to supplement Utah infrastru ture. The funds will also aid in the completion of the Olympic Busway at Snowbasin. "This is the first appropriation from a bill signed by President Clinton," Downey said. Additionally, the federal government has delegated an estimated $93.5-million to SLOC . "It's money we counted on," said Michael Huerta, SLOC director of transportation. "So we've been biting our nails for the past two-months," he said. The Nov. 17 announcement follows an approval passed by Congress that $72-miIlion will go to SLOC for further transportation projects. According to Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Deputy Director John Njord, SLOC has also received $12.9-million in discretionary funds from the Federal Highway Administration. "This region needs a safe transportation system for the Olympics," said Downey. "These funds will bene fit the growing communities in Utah," he said. Winter Olympics 1892- First European Championships in Figure Skating held. 1893- First World Championships in Speed Skating held. 1896- First Modern Olympics held 1924- First Winter Olympics held in Chamonix. France. '1994- Figure SkaterNancy Kerrigan is attacked but wins the Silver. (source: CNNSI) And the "beat goes on.... Florida certifies Bush as winner, Gore defies count After the long anticipated announcment Sunday by Florida, naming George W. Bush the top vote getter in the state, opponent Al Gore and his lawyers swiftly filed papers Monday morning, contesting the final count in three counties By 0V1LUA WILSON NETCNEWS EDITOR IN CHIEF WASHINGTON Bush wins it! For now anyway, but Al Gore is not giving UP- The decision that gave Florida to Bush was made Sunday after the Florida deadline for hand-counted ballots were tallied. But early Monday morning, Gore's lawyers filed papers ' contesting the vote count in three counties.Gore said he was sure he had enough votes to win if every vote had been counted. In a televised conference call with senate minority leader Tom Daschle and house minority leader Dick Gephardt the vice president said "This really is about much more than which candidate wins and which candidate loses. It is about the integrity of our system of government." Gore has planned a televised address Monday evening. He intends to report that he is not giving up. According to USATODAY, the subject will be to tell the public that the Florida tally certified in Bush's favor Sunday night was, in the words of Democratic running mate Joseph Lieberman, "incomplete and inaccurate." "How can we teach our children that every vote counts if we are not willing to make a good-faith effort to count every vote," Lieberman said Sunday . , : , . r 1 1 ... ; i : :..' . . . ' - c i I COUHTEIT MWTO Of HARK IOSTEJM4S AMCUU ima Republican Presidential candidate George W. Bush was certified as the new President of the United States by Florida on Sunday. night. The final difference in Florida votes is 537, giving 25 electoral college votes to Bush. Gore strategists, however, crunched numbers into the night, according to USATODAY, and presented reporters with a mathematical scenario in which Gore arguably won the state by nine votes without further recounting. Al Gore will address the nation tonight on national television at 6:55 p.m. local time. Geneva Steel, out of the red, into the clear VINEYARD After two-years, Geneva Steel Co. is emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Glen E. Clark approved a reorganizational plan submitted by the steel company Tuesday. The plan turns ownership from strapped steelmakers to its credi tors. "We believe that the plan will achieve our stated objectives and position Geneva as a strong competitor," said Joe Cannon, chairman and chief executive officer. The approval presents a lighter note on a relatively grey time. "This has been a long-time in coming, but it's made it a happy Thanksgiving," Cannon said. Under the stipulations as drawn by the court, Cannon, along with chief managers at Geneva, will report to the new owners. The new owners, who are mainly bondholders, will give approximately $325-million to mondernize the plant, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. Geneva will emerge from U.S. Bankruptcy Court monitoring once the Cahpter 11 plan comes into full swing, said Salt Lake attorney Steven McCardell. Geneva reports the plan will enable the company to reduce its debt and that the federal government is guaranteeing approximately 85-percent of a SI 10-million loan. Finalizing details of the plan are expected to be done in December, according to a press release. The union represents, on average, 92-percent of the 1,650 hourly employees 2,000 have either left or been laid off in the last three-years, according to The Daily Herald. Geneva attributes it's financial fracas to cheap imported steel. JM MUMMTTM COUiM IMI Genevi Steel Co. claims cheap steel Imports are to blame for their financial woes. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court oranted Genera a reprieve Tuesday, clearing the steal company from Chapter 11.

EL BUEN PANO FN FL ARCA SE VENDF VOLUME 29 ISSUE 30 : if r i r t i t i 4 O y i WHAT'S INSIDE World Nation: Hemp campaign finds conservative allies Opinion: Men are from Earth, women from Venus? Life Lens: Rosy, please step down Sports: UVSC runners best ever 'Marketplace: Classifieds with class. 4 "V t r J V J J J Jr I t i! '-'y'i BY AND I OR THE STUDENTS OF UTAH VALLEY STATE COLLEGE AH-fJOLD ATTACKS. A champion review of how the Terminator put a damper on Christinas. See pg. 6 it y s if j if XoTcalicr 27, 280(1 HIGH HOPES: Wolverine volleyball players return home from nationals. How did they do? See pg. 8 ,WMJ. Bui y. iWllftli i NETXNEWS A new interactive Web site, in a joint venture with Campus Engine.com provides up-dated information daily. VALLEY WEATHER Today: mostly cloudy High 47 Low V-V Tuesday: J: partly cloudy High 42 Low 22 Wednesday: -i partly cloudy 7; Hifh52Low27 4 t t 17 'X I 4 r r I V Christmas on Campus Winterfest was established to provide educational opportunities for students in Utah. UVSC extended an invitation to local schools, PTA's and other organizations to donate a decorated tree for this event. The tree festival showcases the efforts of a collaborative community who have worked together to present these beautiful works of art. Ranging from the traditional to the fantastic, there is something for everyone to enjoy. All the donated trees will be auctioned to directly benefit students. The silent auction begins Monday evening, November 27 and will close Saturday, December 2, at 6 p.m. Anyone may bid on a tree, and daily minimum bids will be posted at each tree location. The final sales price will be divided equally between the donating organization and the UVSC Foundation endowed scholarship fund. In addition to the tree festival there will also be a "Santa's Workshop" included in the Christmas on Campus celebration. This workshop is sponsored by Provo CraftRoberts and the senior Students from the Education, Child and Family Studies Department. For a small fee ' (3.00) children aged 3-14 may participate in eight different activities designed to explore learning based on a holiday theme. Fach activi-f ty is supervised by several "elves" and ? " the entire visit takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Proceeds from ' ; IV the workshops will augment I - ' y travel funds for the Senior " t s . Elementary Education students , to participate in a National Literacy Conference. f b - " i i t'l 'If if j - - r r s , r : "7i 4 t. . . TMMT SWMKTW CMliCI TWS SLOC gets transportation funding SALT LAKE CITY Necessary funding for transportation projects for the 2002 Winter Olympics have been granted to Salt Lake Olympic Committee, officials reported. "We're fully funded at this point for our spec-tattor (transportation) systems," said Fraser Bullock, SLOC chief financial officer. U.S. Deputy of transportation Mortimer L. Downey reported that $26-million of funding will be given to SLOC to accomodate the anticipated heavy traffic during the Olympics in Salt Lake City. It is expected that 1,200 buses and 50 light rail cars will be needed in order to supplement Utah infrastru ture. The funds will also aid in the completion of the Olympic Busway at Snowbasin. "This is the first appropriation from a bill signed by President Clinton," Downey said. Additionally, the federal government has delegated an estimated $93.5-million to SLOC . "It's money we counted on," said Michael Huerta, SLOC director of transportation. "So we've been biting our nails for the past two-months," he said. The Nov. 17 announcement follows an approval passed by Congress that $72-miIlion will go to SLOC for further transportation projects. According to Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Deputy Director John Njord, SLOC has also received $12.9-million in discretionary funds from the Federal Highway Administration. "This region needs a safe transportation system for the Olympics," said Downey. "These funds will bene fit the growing communities in Utah," he said. Winter Olympics 1892- First European Championships in Figure Skating held. 1893- First World Championships in Speed Skating held. 1896- First Modern Olympics held 1924- First Winter Olympics held in Chamonix. France. '1994- Figure SkaterNancy Kerrigan is attacked but wins the Silver. (source: CNNSI) And the "beat goes on.... Florida certifies Bush as winner, Gore defies count After the long anticipated announcment Sunday by Florida, naming George W. Bush the top vote getter in the state, opponent Al Gore and his lawyers swiftly filed papers Monday morning, contesting the final count in three counties By 0V1LUA WILSON NETCNEWS EDITOR IN CHIEF WASHINGTON Bush wins it! For now anyway, but Al Gore is not giving UP- The decision that gave Florida to Bush was made Sunday after the Florida deadline for hand-counted ballots were tallied. But early Monday morning, Gore's lawyers filed papers ' contesting the vote count in three counties.Gore said he was sure he had enough votes to win if every vote had been counted. In a televised conference call with senate minority leader Tom Daschle and house minority leader Dick Gephardt the vice president said "This really is about much more than which candidate wins and which candidate loses. It is about the integrity of our system of government." Gore has planned a televised address Monday evening. He intends to report that he is not giving up. According to USATODAY, the subject will be to tell the public that the Florida tally certified in Bush's favor Sunday night was, in the words of Democratic running mate Joseph Lieberman, "incomplete and inaccurate." "How can we teach our children that every vote counts if we are not willing to make a good-faith effort to count every vote," Lieberman said Sunday . , : , . r 1 1 ... ; i : :..' . . . ' - c i I COUHTEIT MWTO Of HARK IOSTEJM4S AMCUU ima Republican Presidential candidate George W. Bush was certified as the new President of the United States by Florida on Sunday. night. The final difference in Florida votes is 537, giving 25 electoral college votes to Bush. Gore strategists, however, crunched numbers into the night, according to USATODAY, and presented reporters with a mathematical scenario in which Gore arguably won the state by nine votes without further recounting. Al Gore will address the nation tonight on national television at 6:55 p.m. local time. Geneva Steel, out of the red, into the clear VINEYARD After two-years, Geneva Steel Co. is emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Glen E. Clark approved a reorganizational plan submitted by the steel company Tuesday. The plan turns ownership from strapped steelmakers to its credi tors. "We believe that the plan will achieve our stated objectives and position Geneva as a strong competitor," said Joe Cannon, chairman and chief executive officer. The approval presents a lighter note on a relatively grey time. "This has been a long-time in coming, but it's made it a happy Thanksgiving," Cannon said. Under the stipulations as drawn by the court, Cannon, along with chief managers at Geneva, will report to the new owners. The new owners, who are mainly bondholders, will give approximately $325-million to mondernize the plant, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. Geneva will emerge from U.S. Bankruptcy Court monitoring once the Cahpter 11 plan comes into full swing, said Salt Lake attorney Steven McCardell. Geneva reports the plan will enable the company to reduce its debt and that the federal government is guaranteeing approximately 85-percent of a SI 10-million loan. Finalizing details of the plan are expected to be done in December, according to a press release. The union represents, on average, 92-percent of the 1,650 hourly employees 2,000 have either left or been laid off in the last three-years, according to The Daily Herald. Geneva attributes it's financial fracas to cheap imported steel. JM MUMMTTM COUiM IMI Genevi Steel Co. claims cheap steel Imports are to blame for their financial woes. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court oranted Genera a reprieve Tuesday, clearing the steal company from Chapter 11.